H. G. Wells: The First Men In The Moon(Illustrated), Kartoniert / Broschiert
The First Men In The Moon(Illustrated)
- Publisher:
- Micheal Smith, 01/2025
- Binding:
- Kartoniert / Broschiert
- Language:
- Englisch
- ISBN-13:
- 9783858959980
- Item number:
- 12178205
- Volume:
- 302 Pages
- Weight:
- 383 g
- Format:
- 216 x 140 mm
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Release date:
- 21.1.2025
- Note
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Caution: Product is not in German language
Blurb
Illustrated Edition: Includes 20 stunning illustrations that bring the lunar adventures to life. Comprehensive Extras: Contains a detailed summary, a complete character list, and an intriguing author biography.
Join Mr. Bedford and Mr. Cavor as they defy the bounds of Earth and set their sights on the Moon. In this illustrious edition of H. G. Wells' pioneering work, "The First Men in the Moon," readers are treated not only to a timeless narrative but also to a visually captivating experience with 20 beautiful illustrations that echo the wonder and intricacies of Wells' lunar world. Crafted with care, this edition also includes a thoughtful summary, a comprehensive list of characters, and a detailed biography of H. G. Wells, offering deeper insights into the mind of a literary genius. Wells' narrative combines daring adventure with serious speculation, introducing readers to the mysterious Selenites, whose civilization hidden within the Moon poses profound questions about our own society. Mr. Bedford, a down-on-his-luck businessman, and Mr. Cavor, an eccentric scientist, discover Cavorite, a material that defies gravity. Their creation leads to a spacecraft journey to the Moon, where they encounter the enigmatic Selenites. The story unfolds in suspense and grandeur, revealing the Selenites' advanced and divergent culture, which challenges the explorers' preconceived notions of life and intelligence. From thrilling escapes to philosophical discussions, Wells weaves a tale that is as provocative today as it was a century ago. This edition is perfect for both fans of classic science fiction and new readers looking for a journey into the extraordinary. Let "The First Men in the Moon" lift you into a world of imagination and reflection, and discover why H. G. Wells remains a cornerstone of the genre. Perfect for your library, this edition of "The First Men in the Moon" is an essential for anyone who cherishes science fiction and values a blend of classic storytelling with artistic enhancement.
Biography
H(erbert) G(eorge) Wells, geb. am 21. September 1866 in Bromley/Kent, starb am 13. August 1946 in London. Nach einer Kaufmannslehre absolvierte er ein naturwissenschaftliches Studium mit Prädikatsexamen; nach nur wenigen Jahren als Dozent lebte er als freier Schriftsteller. Sein Gesamtwerk umfaßt etwa hundert Bände. Zu Weltruhm gelangte er mit seinen Romanen und Erzählungen, die ihn als Begründer der modernen Science Fiction, als genialen phantastischen Utopisten und als kritisch-humorvollen Gesellschaftssatiriker ausweisen.
